About Our Programs

Who We Are

Mission

The Like a Lion family is committed to sharing the love of Christ to youth on the east side of Indianapolis by providing academic, emotional and spiritual support through our after school program and summer camp.

History

May 2012 marked the beginning of Like A Lion. We were a group of 4 volunteers at another organization that ended up having to close the doors of the after-school program we worked at. Through that program we had created bonds with so many of the kids and their families that we knew we needed a way to stay connected. We then founded Like a Lion with a commitment to keep our community together. Since then we have formed into so much more than just a program, but a family all working to support one another through the crazy challenges of life.

Our Name

The term “Like a Lion” stems from one of our favorite songs, “God’s Not Dead (Like a Lion).” 

“My God’s not dead, He’s surely alive, He’s living on the inside, Roaring like a lion.” 

We seek to teach at-risk youth in Indianapolis that God is working in mighty ways, roaring like a lion – despite their circumstances. 

Our Programs

After-School Program

Our after-school program, that meets every Monday-Thursday from 4-6:15, helps our youth grow as students. Each day we provide homework support, clubs, free and creative play, a dinner each night and a place where our students can feel loved and supported.

Summer Program

Our summer program meets Monday-Thursday from 9-3pm all summer long. Days are jam-packed with reading and math support, STEM projects, enriching clubs, social emotional learning, bible studies, weekly field trips and so much more!